The ongoing El Niño weather system is causing severe coastal erosion and flooding, putting Malibu's beachfront properties at risk. High surf has already damaged homes, ruptured gas lines, and compromised access roads, leading to evacuation orders for dozens of properties. Experts predict that sea-level rise and extreme storms could expose over $30 billion in California real estate to flooding by the 2040s. Residents are facing costly repairs, with some spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to protect their homes. The risks extend beyond Malibu, affecting other coastal areas like Dana Point and Laguna Beach, where erosion is threatening homes and infrastructure.